Zoos & aquariums · Scottish Islands
The Outpost
In or near Hamnavoe.
The Outpost — a zoo aquarium in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.

Julian Paren — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–5 h
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Outpost is a zoo aquarium located in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Outpost is a zoo-aquarium located in the Scottish Islands. It features a diverse range of animal and marine life, showcasing the region's unique biodiversity. The facility aims to educate visitors about wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting natural habitats.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 60.0650, -1.3265
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9UY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/13595570602 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Outpost?
- The Outpost is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9UY).
- What is The Outpost?
- The Outpost — a zoo aquarium in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Outpost?
- The nearest town is Hamnavoe. Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9UY.
- How do I get to The Outpost?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9UY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.